Family-owned · Twin Cities · 20+ years
Premium Landscape Design & Build for the Twin Cities
Patios, retaining walls, decks, water features, and complete outdoor living — designed by owner Mike Olson and engineered for Minnesota's freeze-thaw climate.
What we do
Two ways we care for your property — design and build it, then keep it sharp through every Minnesota season.
Landscape Design & Build
Design and construction of patios, walls, decks, water features, and complete outdoor living spaces.
Paver Patios · Retaining Walls · Decks & Gazebos · Water Features · Fire Pits · Fencing · Drainage · Irrigation · Planting
Explore Design & BuildProperty Maintenance & Seasonal Services
Seasonal services that keep your property sharp year-round — snow removal, holiday lighting, and off-season interior painting.
Snow Removal · Holiday Lighting · Painting
Explore MaintenanceRecent Twin Cities projects
A look at patios, fire pits, retaining walls, and outdoor living spaces we've designed and built around the metro.
Transparent pricing
Wondering what it costs?
No vague ballparks. Here's honest 2026 Twin Cities pricing — then we give you a written, itemized estimate for your exact project.
What our clients say
We've used Great Goats on several occasions — landscaping, buckthorn removal, building gardening areas, and most recently a stone pathway to help mitigate an erosion issue. Mike is always attentive, responsive, reasonably priced, and does amazing work! The areas are so beautiful. He really goes above and beyond.
Great Goats did a phenomenal job on my retaining wall! Mike came out and checked out my existing wall and determined what the problem was that caused it to fail. He determined that I did not have the proper drainage and that is why it failed. He and his guys were very professional and completed everything on time and the cleanup was tremendous. While Great Goats is not the cheapest out there when it comes to retaining walls, they definitely are the best choice in the Twin Cities.
We are so pleased with the quality of workmanship on the retaining wall Mike did for us last autumn (2016). We are even happier about his creative solution approach. He was very easy to work and communicate with. 10/10 would hire again. Plus, goats are a great mascot!
Great Goats Landscaping is an absolutely amazing company! The owner is kind and is true to his word and always makes sure the job gets done right, no matter what. These guys have been in business a very long time and they know exactly what needs to get done and how to do it properly. Also, they've got great design ideas, and the cost of their services is super reasonable. I actually loved working with Great Goats Landscaping and I am about to refer them to some of my family members who could use their expertise.
Mike and team worked with me on my walk out patio to achieve the best design possible. The work was excellent and I have enjoyed working with Great Goats.
Mike was prompt and helpful. Prices seemed reasonable to other bids we received. Our work was done in the fall, so we are excited to see the beautiful results this spring!
Serving the Twin Cities metro
Minneapolis · St. Paul · Edina · Maple Grove · Plymouth · Minnetonka · Eden Prairie · Woodbury
Free guides for Twin Cities homeowners
Patios
How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost in the Twin Cities? (2026)
In the Twin Cities, a professionally installed paver patio typically costs $38 to $62 per square foot. A standard 300-square-foot patio runs roughly $11,000–$18,000. The biggest cost drivers are excavation and base depth, drainage, paver choice, and design complexity.
Patios
Pavers vs. Concrete in Minnesota: Which Lasts Through Our Winters?
For most Minnesota patios, pavers are the better long-term choice. They flex with freeze-thaw movement instead of cracking, cost about the same as stamped concrete, and can be repaired one paver at a time. Concrete is cheaper upfront but tends to crack in our climate.
Retaining Walls
How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Minnesota? (2026)
In Minnesota, retaining walls typically cost $50–$75 per square foot of wall face installed, with most projects running $4,000–$10,000. Walls taller than 4 feet usually require engineering and a permit. Drainage, not the block, is what determines whether a wall lasts.
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